The Colour of Nature

A 90 minute Real World Science session exploring light and colour in the natural world; human understanding and use of colour and extends to optical illusions and v ision beyond the visible spectrum.

Involves hands on work with specimens from the museum's collections and "mini-safaris" through the Natural History Gallery identifying and explaining the functions of animal camouflage.

Delivered at The Potteries Museum, Hanley

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